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Universal Orlando fined $5k over child's theme park injury

Universal Orlando Resort has been fined $5,000 by Florida's Department of Agriculture after a young child was injured on a theme park ride. The incident involved a door closure mechanism, sparking renewed safety discussions.

Greece bans sheep movement after sheeppox outbreak

Greek authorities have declared a temporary nationwide ban on the movement of sheep and goats after a severe outbreak of sheeppox, a highly contagious viral disease, was detected on the island of Lesvos.

Florida students find explicit book in school library

Two Florida middle school students discovered a sexually explicit book in their school library titled 'Moms', leading to immediate removal and a district-wide investigation into inappropriate materials.

DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.

LSU-Florida Tunnel Brawl: Brian Kelly Allegedly Struck

Dramatic scenes unfolded following LSU's narrow defeat to Florida as a physical altercation in the tunnel allegedly involved a Gators player striking Tigers head coach Brian Kelly, sparking an SEC investigation.

Florida Surgeon General's Wife Arrested on DUI, Drug Charges

Brianna Ladapo, wife of Florida's controversial Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo, faces serious charges including DUI and drug possession after a traffic stop in St Augustine. Court documents reveal troubling details of the incident.

UK's Best Animal Science & Agriculture Unis for 2025

Exclusive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Animal Science and Agriculture. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this vital sector.

Spider Venom Deployed Against QLD Locust Plague

In a world-first, Queensland scientists and farmers are using synthetic spider venom to combat a devastating locust swarm, offering a revolutionary and eco-friendly alternative to traditional pesticides.

Florida alligator snatches dog in backyard attack

A Florida woman's small dog was dragged into a pond by a large alligator in a sudden and brutal attack, highlighting the ever-present dangers of living alongside the state's native wildlife.

Florida Woman Punches Alligator to Save Puppy

A fearless Florida woman wrestled a large alligator with her bare hands, delivering a powerful punch to free her beloved puppy from its jaws in a dramatic backyard confrontation.

Invasive Insect Swarms Detected on US Weather Radar

Massive swarms of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly are appearing on weather radar systems along America's East Coast, raising serious biosecurity and agricultural concerns as the species rapidly expands its territory.

State Dept condemns Charlie Kirk's 'repugnant' remarks

The US State Department has issued a scathing rebuke of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk after he claimed women in diplomacy weaken national security. Marco Rubio faces criticism for endorsing the controversial remarks.

MPs Wear Wheat Badges in PMQs Farming Protest

MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.

Kaleb Cooper's Stark Warning Over UK Farming Crisis

'Clarkson's Farm' breakout star Kaleb Cooper delivers an urgent warning about the dire state of British agriculture, citing crippling weather and financial pressures pushing farmers to the brink.

M&S Boss Demands Law for British Produce in Supermarkets

Alex Freudmann, Managing Director of M&S Food, calls on the next government to set concrete, mandatory targets for stocking British produce in supermarkets, arguing it's vital for the nation's food security, farming future, and economic resilience.

Florida's Iconic Jenkins BBQ Closes After 70 Years

Jenkins Quality Barbecue, a legendary Florida institution serving its famous 'ribs & rice' for over seven decades, has suddenly closed all locations, leaving a community in mourning and a family legacy at a crossroads.

Boy, 13, Mauled in Florida Shark Attack Horror

A family holiday in the Florida Keys turns into a nightmare as a 13-year-old boy is viciously attacked by a shark. His sister also suffers injuries in the traumatic incident, with both now in a fight for recovery.

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